US Bridges

Nfa 1884 (sa 7404) over Elk Fork Creek

Fair

Robertson County, Tennessee · 2.7 MI NW JCT SR11&SR76 · Structure no. 74018840001

Built
1978
47 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
101 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
315
2021 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Nfa 1884 (sa 7404) over Elk Fork Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Nfa 1884 (sa 7404) over Elk Fork Creek in Robertson County, Tennessee. It was built in 1978, so it is 47 years old, younger than the Tennessee average of 47.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 315 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 272 by 2040. The structure is 101 ft (30.8 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

CarriesNfa 1884 (sa 7404)
CrossesElk Fork Creek
Location2.7 MI NW JCT SR11&SR76
RouteCounty Highway 1884
Coordinates36.61632, -87.09517
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating59.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length101 ft (30.8 m)
Longest span48 ft (14.6 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.6 m)
Roadway width27 ft (8.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic315 (2021)
Projected traffic272 by 2040
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Nfa 1884 (sa 7404) over Elk Fork Creek built?

It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.

What condition is Nfa 1884 (sa 7404) over Elk Fork Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in April 2024.

How much traffic does Nfa 1884 (sa 7404) over Elk Fork Creek carry?

About 315 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Nfa 1884 (sa 7404) over Elk Fork Creek?

The structure is 101 ft (30.8 m) long with a longest span of 48 ft (14.6 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns Nfa 1884 (sa 7404) over Elk Fork Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.